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11: “Strengthen the Church” (Doctrine and Covenants 23–26)

Imagine giving up your home, your family, and, at times, your safety. Then imagine losing children, seeing loved ones beaten and imprisoned, and enduring unrelenting persecution. This is just a glimpse into the life one of the Restoration’s greatest heroes. And as we study Doctrine and Covenants 23–26, we’ll come to understand how sacred revelation given to this individual can be related to us as we go through our own trials and triumphs.

'On Faith' Blog: Mormons and the Practice of Tithing

Michael R. Otterson, managing director of public affairs for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon), dedicated his On Faith blog post this week to addressing the Latter-day Saint practice of tithing. “Tithing and other financial offerings are less about finances and more about personal attitude and commitment,” Otterson said.

Lost hiker credits Mormon faith for survival

A veteran outdoor enthusiast who survived four days with a broken leg in the Southern Utah wilderness says she relied on her Mormon faith, played mind games and recited poetry to help pass the time until rescuers arrived. "I prayed a lot and derived comfort from it," said Victoria Grover, who is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Faith as a Child

I was recently reminded of a talk given by Elder Gérald Caussé called “Even a Child can Understand.”

Fun

LDS Circus Manager Balances Career, Faith

Circus operations and production manager Brett Van Fleet is no stranger to the circus lifestyle.

What three words describe the faith of a Latter-day Saint?

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ main Facebook page, which has more than 513,000 fans, Thursday posed the question, “What three words describe your faith as a Latter-day Saint?"

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LDS "Undercover Boss" Star & Oriental Trading Company CEO Puts Faith & Family First

As a successful CEO of Oriental Trading Company, Sam Taylor went undercover working in his own company on live television on the hit show Undercover Boss. But his greatest lessons in life aren't about success and finances. They're about faith and family.

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CBS: NFL Quarterback Passes on $53M Deal Because He Is "Trusting in the Lord," Relying on Faith

The Washington Redskins offered to pay NFL quarterback Kirk Cousins $53 million in a long-term deal, but one surprising aspect in his refusal of the deal is how much faith played a part in the decision. It's always encouraging to see others live their faith and rely on God, no matter what is at stake.

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When Faith to Be Healed Doesn't Work: How to Still See God and His Love in Your Life

By Michelle Wilson

We are taught from primary that with faith, miracles can happen.

2 Nephi 20-25: Delight

The September 2021 publication of the Friend magazine included the song “Peace in Christ” by Nik Day. The first verse reads: “There is peace in Christ / When we learn of Him. / Feel the love He felt for us / When He bore our sins. / Listen to His words. / Let them come alive. / If we know Him as He is, / There is peace in Christ.” Keep this song in mind while studying 2 Nephi 20–25 because the words of Isaiah about Christ can bring us peace in a world of division, captivity, sorrow, and destruction. And if there’s one thing we could all use a little bit more of now in the world, it’s peace.